Business Development Executive

JobAdder Operations Pty; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

JobAdder Operations Pty is seeking a proactive Business Development Executive to join our life sciences team. This role focuses on identifying and developing new client relationships across pharmaceutical, biotech and investment communities, while working with senior colleagues to translate technical solutions into commercial value.

The ideal candidate is a graduate or early-career professional with a strong interest in human health, medicines and pharmaceutical innovation, and the ability to

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Genuine interest in human health, medicines and pharmaceutical innovation.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into commercial value.
• Strong organisational and proactive work approach.
• Natural relationship-building and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Support identification and development of new client relationships across pharmaceutical, biotech and investment communities.
• Research and engage prospective partners in pharma and investment.
• Understand client development challenges and align suitable technical solutions.
• Support outreach activities and new business initiatives.
• Assist with marketing campaigns, communications and content creation.
• Prepare for international conferences and industry events.
• Conduct commercial research and market mapping.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the UK and wider organisation.
• Learn and communicate complex pharmaceutical technologies clearly and commercially.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Learning ability

Commercial awareness

Proactive attitude

Curiosity

Energy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences or related

Job description

An enthusiastic Business Development Executive in Life Sciences

02nd October, 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic, resourceful and proactive Business Development Executive to join our growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate, postgraduate or early-career professional looking to transition into a commercial role within the pharmaceutical industry.

The Opportunity As a Business Development Executive, you will support the identification and development of new client relationships across the pharmaceutical, biotech and investment communities. You will work closely with senior colleagues to understand market opportunities, communicate technical solutions and contribute to the company's continued growth.

You will gain exposure to:

• Pharmaceutical business development and strategic partnerships
• Client relationship management
• Commercial research and market mapping
• Marketing and communications activities
• International conferences and industry events
• Pharmaceutical product development and innovation
• Investment and corporate growth initiatives

02nd October, 2026

We are seeking an enthusiastic, resourceful and proactive Business Development Executive to join our growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a graduate, postgraduate or early-career professional looking to transition into a commercial role within the pharmaceutical industry.

The Opportunity As a Business Development Executive, you will support the identification and development of new client relationships across the pharmaceutical, biotech and investment communities. You will work closely with senior colleagues to understand market opportunities, communicate technical solutions and contribute to the company's continued growth.

You will gain exposure to:

• Pharmaceutical business development and strategic partnerships
• Client relationship management
• Commercial research and market mapping
• Marketing and communications activities
• International conferences and industry events
• Pharmaceutical product development and innovation
• Investment and corporate growth initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Business Development team in identifying and developing new client relationships.
• Research and engage prospective pharmaceutical, biotech and investment partners.
• Understand client development challenges and help align suitable technical solutions.
• Support outreach activities and new business initiatives.
• Assist with marketing campaigns, communications and content creation.
• Prepare for international conferences, meetings and industry events.
• Conduct commercial research, competitor analysis and market mapping.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the UK and wider organisation.
• Learn and communicate complex pharmaceutical technologies in a clear, professional and commercially relevant manner.

About You

We are looking for an ambitious and motivated individual who is eager to develop a career on the commercial side of life sciences.

You will ideally have:

• A degree in Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology or a related scientific discipline.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A genuine interest in human health, medicines and pharmaceutical innovation.
• The ability to quickly learn technical concepts and translate them into commercial value.
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to your work.
• Natural relationship-building ability and a professional, personable manner.
• Energy, curiosity and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Flexibility to support wider commercial, marketing and operational activities.
• Evidence of achievement through academic, professional or extracurricular activities.